Travelling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Quito's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Santa Marta.
To ensure you get on your SMR to UIO flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SMR and UIO include:
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight is R 3,009. A return plane ticket right now is R 5,635. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SMR to UIO, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SMR to UIO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Of the flights that depart from Simon Bolivar International Airport, 66.83% land on time at their destination.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SMR? If you've booked an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to UIO if you have a late Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar and experience more of Quito and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Mariscal Sucre International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Quito in April.
The warmest month in Quito is August, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMR to UIO in July. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Quito, now it's time to explore more of Ecuador. Journey around 274 kilometres south-west to Guayaquil to tick off its popular sights. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Cuenca is another standout destination in Ecuador and is around 306 kilometres south of Quito. No journey is complete without dropping by El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
